The split squat is particularly useful for older men, as you can use the movement build and maintain glute, quad, and hamstring strength. ... Men Over 40 Should Try the Poliquin Raise.

So he encourages his clients and online subscribers to do exercises that actively drive knees in front of toes, like extreme split squats, Poliquin step-ups, and reverse sled pulls.

The split squat and lunge might look similar—both use a split stance, working one leg at a time while emphasizing glutes, quads, hamstrings, and even some core stability.

Charles Poliquin was born on March 5, 1961 in Ontario Canada. He earned a master's degree in Exercise Physiology. His training theories were introduced to the bodybuilding community in 1993 ...